Fire crews remain at derelict hotel after blaze

2 days ago

Emily Coady-Stemp

BBC News, South East

The fire in Clifton Crescent, Folkestone, was first reported shortly after 02:30 BST

Bianca Whalley A view of a firefighter at the top of an extended platform above the roof of the building which can be seen partially destroyed. The sea is in the background — The fire in Clifton Crescent, Folkestone, was first reported shortly after 02:30 BST

Fire crews remain at a derelict hotel after a blaze in the building in the early hours.

Part of the roof of the hotel, in Clifton Crescent, Folkestone, appeared to have been destroyed in the fire, which was first reported shortly after 02:30 BST.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service said seven fire engines and a height vehicle had attended the scene, but only two fire engines and a height vehicle remained at lunchtime, as crews made sure there were no remaining hotspots.

A spokesperson said: "Building inspectors are in attendance to assess the safety of the building."

Fire crews were still at the scene on Monday afternoon

Bianca Whalley A view of the building with its roof damaged. It is a tall white rendered building with a curved front. There is a fire engine in front of the building — Fire crews were still at the scene on Monday afternoon

After earlier advice, people living or travelling nearby were no longer being advised to avoid the area or keep windows and doors closed.

A South East Coast Ambulance Service spokesperson said the service was made aware of the fire shortly before 03:00, and attended the scene but no patients were located.

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